Szilveszter Ókovács explained why the ticket for The Nutcracker is so expensive

Ókovács Szilveszter defended the ticket pricing for "The Nutcracker" ballet, addressing concerns about affordability. He emphasized the necessity of dynamic pricing to cover operational costs for the large production team. The cheapest tickets start at 28,500 HUF, plus service fees, totaling 31,180 HUF. He suggested early ticket purchases to avoid price increases due to demand and offered standing tickets for 3,600 HUF. Ókovács highlighted the premium experience of the performance as a valuable Christmas gift. Additionally, a court ruled in favor of six opera employees, reinstating five after deeming their dismissals unlawful.